**PREREQUISITES** (The two prerequisite courses do not have to be taken before other Anthropology courses and ANTH 101 / 161 and ANTH 102 may be taken at the same time.) NOTE: The Prerequisites do not fulfill the Biological nor the Cultural Requirement in Anthropology! MAY, SUMMER I & II, 2012: (Please see the Master Schedule for times, days & location of the following courses.) Anthropology 101M.001 / Primates, People, and Prehistory Instructor: Jessica Boulware (3 credits) Fulfills 3 hrs. of the 9 hr. Social Science Distribution Requirement (Prereq. For the Anthropology Major) Course Description:  This course will provide a broad introduction to Biological Anthropology and Human Evolution.  The course is divided into four main sections; evolution and genetics, non-human primates, the origin of modern humans through the study of the fossil record, and a brief review of the prehistory of modern humans.  Beginning with a brief presentation of the origin and elaboration of the idea of evolutionary change and the discovery of its mechanisms, we will investigate basic evolutionary principles including genetics, natural selection, contemporary human variation, and change.  We will then investigate the variety and behaviors of non-human primates, and how they are used to give us insights into the possible behaviors of our hominid ancestors.  Next we will discuss the fossil record of the hominids (our ancestors and their relations) and hominid evolutionary history.  Lastly we will investigate the rapid developments that characterize modern humans, including the development of art, writing, agriculture, cities, and states. Method and Evaluation: Material will be presented primarily via lecture, with occasional videos.  Projects and readings also provide an essential component of the learning experience. Students will be responsible for all lectures, readings, and films.  There will be two small projects designed to help you understand topics such as genetic transmission and change, and identify fossil casts.  Additionally, students will be required to observe primates at the zoo. Grading will be based upon the two projects, three quizzes (not necessarily announced in advance), primate observation, video questions, a mid-term, and a final exam.  Late projects, exams, or quizzes will be deducted 5 points for every day they are late. Audience: This course is geared towards anyone with an interest in learning about who we as Homo sapiens (modern people) are, how we became what we are, and who our closest relatives are.  There are no prerequisites for this course, so a prior knowledge of anthropology is neither necessary nor assumed. Anthropology 102.001 / Understanding Other Culture Instructor: Kim Cavanagh (3 credits) Fulfills 3 hrs. of the 9 hr. Social Science Distribution Requirement AND Fulfills Cultural Awareness Requirement, Part C: World Culture (Prereq. For the Anthropology Major) Course Description: What makes you who you are?  In part, culture shapes your behaviors, worldview, and identity.  Culture is a learned and shared set of practices and beliefs that create such diverse human populations throughout the world.  This course is an introduction to the research methods used by cultural anthropologists and the topics that they study. We will learn about the various aspects that make up human culture, such as language, religion, and social organization.  We will also explore how culture is constantly changing and adapting because of migration, globalization, and advancements in technology.  Some of the goals for this course are for students to develop an awareness, understanding, and appreciation of cultural diversity.